Fundamentals of Quantum Field Theory
Course: Physics
Structural unit: Faculty of Physics
Title
Fundamentals of Quantum Field Theory
Code
13
Module type
Вибіркова дисципліна для ОП
Educational cycle
Second
Year of study when the component is delivered
2023/2024
Semester/trimester when the component is delivered
8 Semester
Number of ECTS credits allocated
4
Learning outcomes
1.1 Know: general principles of construction of Lagrangians of physical theories (in particular, the principle of local calibration invariance, the principle of spontaneous symmetry breaking), the procedure for deriving the Lagrangian of the Standard Model of Particle Physics from the first principles
2.1 Be able to: calculate scattering cross sections and decay probabilities for the main processes of the Standard Model; to possess the mathematical apparatus of quantum field theory in the lower orders of perturbation theory.
Form of study
Full-time form
Prerequisites and co-requisites
1. Know the basic principles of quantum mechanics and relativistic quantum mechanics.
2. Have basic skills in finding and processing specialized literature, solving algebraic and differential equations, construction and analysis of graphical dependencies.
Course content
In the course "Fundamentals of Quantum Field Theory" students will master the general principles of construction of Lagrangians of physical theories (including the principle of local calibration invariance, the principle of spontaneous symmetry), will be able to derive the expression for Lagrangian of the Standard Model of elementary particle physics. models in the first non-disappearing approximation.
Recommended or required reading and other learning resources/tools
1. Bogolyubov N.N., Shirkov D.V., Introduction to the theory of quantized fields - 1976. - 480 p.
2. Gorbunov D.S., Rubakov V.A., Introduction to the theory of the early universe. Hot Big Bang Theory -, 2007. - 458 p.
3. Gorbunov D.S., Rubakov V.A., Introduction to the theory of the early universe. Comological perturbations. Inflationary theory - , 2009. - 473 p.
4. Gorkavenko VM, Feynman diagram technique. Probability of decay and cross-section of scattering of particles, K .: VPTs "Kyiv University", 2014. - 261 p.
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
Lecture demonstration; individual work; consultations
Assessment methods and criteria
The control is carried out according to the module-rating system, which consists of 3 content modules. The knowledge assessment system includes current, modular and semester control of knowledge. The results of students' learning activities are evaluated on a 100-point scale. Forms of current control: assessment of homework, written independent assignments, tests and tests performed by students during practical classes.The maximum number of points that can be obtained by a student for passing the exam is 40. A student is not allowed to take the exam if he scored less than 20 points during the semester. The student is admitted to the exam provided that all the tests provided for in the plan.
Language of instruction
Ukrainian
Lecturers
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